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so.... what have you learnt about yourself during all this so far....

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By *abio OP   Man
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

just thought a bit of introspection wouldn't go amiss..... be it thoughtful or lighthearted...

so... here is what i have learnt...

a) people.... more "moany" than i thought....

b) i like the work i do, and i miss it...

c) i like beer... but i don't love it!!! apple juice on the other hand.. yum!!!

d) if i ever decide to grow out this beard.. i will look like santa!

and go!!!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

a) to enjoy my own company

b) that my allotment is a blessing

c) that my friend Loz was wrong about me not suiting a beard... experimented with a few different ones before showing her my goatee....she loves it, it turns out....even with the flecks of grey!!

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By *assy211279Woman
over a year ago

middle of nowhere Cornwall

I still need to find more money to employ some one to help. I can lift the weight but the awkward sizes mean many buildings are still not getting fixed.

Plus I can get all the animal's food once a week.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

a). I quite like the way the world has slowed down. I’m reminded of Brooks in Shawshank Redemption ‘The world went and got itself in a big damn hurry’.

b) Work isn’t as important as I thought. Money isn’t. Ok, I’m lucky. I’ve earned well and we’re comfortable. But do I need to earn loads more in the future? No.

c) Social media is no replacement for a social life. I actually think it’s one of the worlds ills - and I accept the irony of saying this on social media.

d) Apparently, you can walk the dog to far. Poor sod is knackered!

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By *ap d agde coupleCouple
over a year ago

Broadstairs

That I was right to go out weekends to see live music

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By *essie.Woman
over a year ago

Serendipity

I have lovely neighbours, some are slightly random but they’re a good bunch.

When I have the time, I’m a good baker of cakes.

I was right about those who would step up at work and those who have slacked off.

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By *urryfannyfuntimeWoman
over a year ago

East Devon

That if I get organized I only need to shop once a week.

That I can easily make do and don't need as much 'stuff'.

That I'm a horny cock-loving naughty girl that will fuck more after lockdown!

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By *eddy and legsCouple
over a year ago

the wetlands


"That if I get organized I only need to shop once a week.

That I can easily make do and don't need as much 'stuff'.

That I'm a horny cock-loving naughty girl that will fuck more after lockdown!"

I've learned that my tolerance of stupid people is low

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By *mmabluTV/TS
over a year ago

upton wirral

I live in a great area

people are amazing round where I live.

I am glad I am now retired.

This site has more negative people on than I ever thought,thats is saying something.

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By *ornybarMan
over a year ago

clonmel

I love beer wine and whiskey

I can’t get outta the bed in the morning without having a wank

And I’m starting to find fab boring lol

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By *bi HaiveMan
Forum Mod
over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

People who homeschool are either fucking morons or total masochists.

A

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By *ovegames42Man
over a year ago

london

I need a holiday

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By *ndiscloseddesiresWoman
over a year ago

Wokingham

That I am a horny bitch

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By *rRuhbarbMan
over a year ago

London

That my Kimchi is excellent and that my amateur hair cutting would make my late mother proud (she was a hairdresser), I styled my neighbours hair to perfection - before I get a tut tut over social distancing - her family and mine have isolated before hand for a month, also she’s a GP!

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By *abrielle247Couple (FF)
over a year ago

PDI Gran Canaria

My perception of young

straight single guys was right.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have learned to like my own company

I have learned there are many horrible people in this world and a lot of them on here so negative very draining ..

I have learned how much I miss and value my family and friends closest too me.

I have learned to appreciate the little things in life like patience and waiting in line to get in supermarkets a very humbling experience ...

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By * and M lookingCouple
over a year ago

Worcester

That people that we thought sensible can to total idiots and have no thought for others.

We love where we live and are lucky to have the great outdoors and countryside on our doorstep.

That the dog truly is man’s best friend.

And lastly that some of our friends are weirdos.

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By * and M lookingCouple
over a year ago

Worcester

That we are now far less tolerant to those that we mentioned above after seeing their true colours.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I have learned to like my own company

I have learned there are many horrible people in this world and a lot of them on here so negative very draining ..

I have learned how much I miss and value my family and friends closest too me.

I have learned to appreciate the little things in life like patience and waiting in line to get in supermarkets a very humbling experience ...

"

Humbling? But Brits know how to queue, we do it so well

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It’s learnt me to appreciate the power of friendship and family. To not take for granted our health, to not worry about minor things in life.

Yes we are all in the same battle but not in the same boat, some might see this as a time of reflection, yet others are struggling, some might be off work fully paid, others are worrying about food and bills. This time has taught me that we aren’t all in “ the same boat” but we are fighting the same battle.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

WE ARE NOT IN THE SAME BOAT ...

I heard that we are all in the same boat, but it's not like that. We are sailing in the same storm, but not in the same boat. Your ship could be shipwrecked and mine might not be. Or vice versa.

For some, quarantine is welcomed. A moment of reflection, of re-connection, easy in flip flops, with a cocktail or coffee. For others, this is a desperate financial & family crisis.

For some that live alone they're facing endless loneliness. While for others it is peace, rest & time with their mother, father, sons & daughters.

Some are bringing in extra money with endless overtime, Others are working more hours for less money due to pay cuts or loss in sales. Others no longer have a job.

Some families of 4 will receive £5000 per month from the stimulus while other families of 4 will see £0 for the duration of it.

Some were concerned about getting a certain chocolate for Easter or bouncy castles for the kids while others were concerned if there would be enough bread and milk for the weekend.

Some want to go back to work because they don't qualify for unemployment and are running out of money. Others want to kill those who break the quarantine and are seen outside.

Some are home spending 2-3 hours/day helping their child with online schooling while others are spending 2-3 hours/day to educate their children on top of a 10-12 hour workday.

Some have experienced the near death of the virus, some have already lost someone from it and some are not sure if their loved ones are going to make it. Others don't believe this is a big deal.

So, we are not in the same boat. We are going through a time when our perceptions and needs are completely different.

Each of us will emerge, in our own way, from this storm. It is very important to see beyond what is seen at first glance. Not just looking, actually seeing.

We are all on different ships during this storm experiencing a very different journey so don't judge others by what's happening in your boat, we are all just fighting our way through the storm.

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By *ovegames42Man
over a year ago

london


"It’s learnt me to appreciate the power of friendship and family. To not take for granted our health, to not worry about minor things in life.

Yes we are all in the same battle but not in the same boat, some might see this as a time of reflection, yet others are struggling, some might be off work fully paid, others are worrying about food and bills. This time has taught me that we aren’t all in “ the same boat” but we are fighting the same battle. "

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By *ovegames42Man
over a year ago

london


"WE ARE NOT IN THE SAME BOAT ...

I heard that we are all in the same boat, but it's not like that. We are sailing in the same storm, but not in the same boat. Your ship could be shipwrecked and mine might not be. Or vice versa.

For some, quarantine is welcomed. A moment of reflection, of re-connection, easy in flip flops, with a cocktail or coffee. For others, this is a desperate financial & family crisis.

For some that live alone they're facing endless loneliness. While for others it is peace, rest & time with their mother, father, sons & daughters.

Some are bringing in extra money with endless overtime, Others are working more hours for less money due to pay cuts or loss in sales. Others no longer have a job.

Some families of 4 will receive £5000 per month from the stimulus while other families of 4 will see £0 for the duration of it.

Some were concerned about getting a certain chocolate for Easter or bouncy castles for the kids while others were concerned if there would be enough bread and milk for the weekend.

Some want to go back to work because they don't qualify for unemployment and are running out of money. Others want to kill those who break the quarantine and are seen outside.

Some are home spending 2-3 hours/day helping their child with online schooling while others are spending 2-3 hours/day to educate their children on top of a 10-12 hour workday.

Some have experienced the near death of the virus, some have already lost someone from it and some are not sure if their loved ones are going to make it. Others don't believe this is a big deal.

So, we are not in the same boat. We are going through a time when our perceptions and needs are completely different.

Each of us will emerge, in our own way, from this storm. It is very important to see beyond what is seen at first glance. Not just looking, actually seeing.

We are all on different ships during this storm experiencing a very different journey so don't judge others by what's happening in your boat, we are all just fighting our way through the storm.

"

Wow, very deep thinking and well worded

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"WE ARE NOT IN THE SAME BOAT ...

I heard that we are all in the same boat, but it's not like that. We are sailing in the same storm, but not in the same boat. Your ship could be shipwrecked and mine might not be. Or vice versa.

For some, quarantine is welcomed. A moment of reflection, of re-connection, easy in flip flops, with a cocktail or coffee. For others, this is a desperate financial & family crisis.

For some that live alone they're facing endless loneliness. While for others it is peace, rest & time with their mother, father, sons & daughters.

Some are bringing in extra money with endless overtime, Others are working more hours for less money due to pay cuts or loss in sales. Others no longer have a job.

Some families of 4 will receive £5000 per month from the stimulus while other families of 4 will see £0 for the duration of it.

Some were concerned about getting a certain chocolate for Easter or bouncy castles for the kids while others were concerned if there would be enough bread and milk for the weekend.

Some want to go back to work because they don't qualify for unemployment and are running out of money. Others want to kill those who break the quarantine and are seen outside.

Some are home spending 2-3 hours/day helping their child with online schooling while others are spending 2-3 hours/day to educate their children on top of a 10-12 hour workday.

Some have experienced the near death of the virus, some have already lost someone from it and some are not sure if their loved ones are going to make it. Others don't believe this is a big deal.

So, we are not in the same boat. We are going through a time when our perceptions and needs are completely different.

Each of us will emerge, in our own way, from this storm. It is very important to see beyond what is seen at first glance. Not just looking, actually seeing.

We are all on different ships during this storm experiencing a very different journey so don't judge others by what's happening in your boat, we are all just fighting our way through the storm.

Wow, very deep thinking and well worded "

Have to agree very well said.

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By *icplshropsCouple
over a year ago

Rock

1. How much I like people, because I'm missing the close interaction (but not the 'public', see below...)

2. That I don't need to buy as much food as I did before the lockdown

3. That I'm loving all the wildlife making a comeback (but wary of the 2 adder bites on dogs in the forest)

4. I miss work

5. I do actually have some DIY skills

6. I was right about some of the police

7. I was right about politicians looking after themselves

8. I am going to learn to play a musical instrument (apart from the pink oboe)

Years ago, someone intellectual wrote something like 'People. I love people. But the public, I hate it.'

And then I found this quote, attributed to George Ade (1886-1944):

'The common people are worth dying for until you bunch them together and give them a cold once-over and then they impress the impartial observer as being slightly bovine, with a large percentage of vegetable tissue.'

It's a curious thing: something happens to people when they get into large groups,maybe it's some sort of 'herd mentality' - it can go either way, of course, good or bad...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"just thought a bit of introspection wouldn't go amiss..... be it thoughtful or lighthearted...

so... here is what i have learnt...

a) people.... more "moany" than i thought....

b) i like the work i do, and i miss it...

c) i like beer... but i don't love it!!! apple juice on the other hand.. yum!!!

d) if i ever decide to grow out this beard.. i will look like santa!

and go!!!!

"

That I can still come 5 times a day

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By *iss_tressWoman
over a year ago

London

That I don't need a cappuccino and blueberry muffin to start my day: green tea and Museli are just as good.

I have the patience of a saint as I've not wanted to rip the other half a new one even in the face of immense provocation.

That I actually love my grandchildren using me as a bouncy castle. Miss the hugs.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm still working so I havent had the space to see many differences.

I know now that as soon as the world goes back to normal I will be getting a different job.

I cant wait!

I HATE having to risk my health while everyone else gets to stay at home.

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By *bi HaiveMan
Forum Mod
over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

That redundancy a few years back and the resulting need to tighten belts and live a more frugal life has worked in our favour.

We'd be fucked (like a sadly suspect many soon will be) if I still had a well paying job, the mortgage, the credit card bill's, the extravagant lifestyle and all the expensive habits of old - instead of being accustomed to living on a tight budget, going without luxuries and only ever spending what we could afford.

I'd still love a fucking holiday at some point this decade though......

A

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've learnt that some people are simply wonderful, while others are incredibly selfish.

I've been reminded that having enough (money, food, space) is a wonderful luxury. I work to help people who have much tougher, more stressful lives.

I've realised how much my life is (was) improved by sharing excitement with friends and other wonderful people. Music, football, laughter and sex - I miss them all.

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By *os19Man
over a year ago

Edmonton

I was off for 4 weeks before going back to work this week.I currently work a 5 day 36 hour week Monday to Friday.I am now giving serious thought to reducing it to a 3 day week and I believe I can take some or all of my work pension at 55 so I may decide to leave all together at 55

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I was off for 4 weeks before going back to work this week.I currently work a 5 day 36 hour week Monday to Friday.I am now giving serious thought to reducing it to a 3 day week and I believe I can take some or all of my work pension at 55 so I may decide to leave all together at 55"

I think having time on our hands has made a lot of us re think our working life.

We all spend too much time at work.

Also with everything being closed its helping a lot of us realise that we constantly buy stuff we don't need.

Spending £3 on a cup of coffee is ridiculous

No one ever said on their death bed that they wished they had spent more time at work!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

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I've realised how much I enjoy my job and interacting with people.

How unimportant my weekly coffees are. It's more about the company for me and just having that time to switch off. It doesn't need to be in a coffee shop with overpriced tasteless cakes.

I've also realised how much a creature of routine I am. Readjusting has been a bit difficult and that's not helped with me being atypical.

How important my loved ones and friends are to me. The good morning messages, the little ridiculous selfies, the good night ones. When I don't get them I feel a bit sad. In turn that's made me realise I need to step up a bit in relationships. Be more thoughtful about the other person and less self focused.

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By *ouple in LancashireCouple
over a year ago

in Lancashire


"WE ARE NOT IN THE SAME BOAT ...

I heard that we are all in the same boat, but it's not like that. We are sailing in the same storm, but not in the same boat. Your ship could be shipwrecked and mine might not be. Or vice versa.

For some, quarantine is welcomed. A moment of reflection, of re-connection, easy in flip flops, with a cocktail or coffee. For others, this is a desperate financial & family crisis.

For some that live alone they're facing endless loneliness. While for others it is peace, rest & time with their mother, father, sons & daughters.

Some are bringing in extra money with endless overtime, Others are working more hours for less money due to pay cuts or loss in sales. Others no longer have a job.

Some families of 4 will receive £5000 per month from the stimulus while other families of 4 will see £0 for the duration of it.

Some were concerned about getting a certain chocolate for Easter or bouncy castles for the kids while others were concerned if there would be enough bread and milk for the weekend.

Some want to go back to work because they don't qualify for unemployment and are running out of money. Others want to kill those who break the quarantine and are seen outside.

Some are home spending 2-3 hours/day helping their child with online schooling while others are spending 2-3 hours/day to educate their children on top of a 10-12 hour workday.

Some have experienced the near death of the virus, some have already lost someone from it and some are not sure if their loved ones are going to make it. Others don't believe this is a big deal.

So, we are not in the same boat. We are going through a time when our perceptions and needs are completely different.

Each of us will emerge, in our own way, from this storm. It is very important to see beyond what is seen at first glance. Not just looking, actually seeing.

We are all on different ships during this storm experiencing a very different journey so don't judge others by what's happening in your boat, we are all just fighting our way through the storm.

Wow, very deep thinking and well worded "

This..

Very thoughtfully put..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"WE ARE NOT IN THE SAME BOAT ...

I heard that we are all in the same boat, but it's not like that. We are sailing in the same storm, but not in the same boat. Your ship could be shipwrecked and mine might not be. Or vice versa.

For some, quarantine is welcomed. A moment of reflection, of re-connection, easy in flip flops, with a cocktail or coffee. For others, this is a desperate financial & family crisis.

For some that live alone they're facing endless loneliness. While for others it is peace, rest & time with their mother, father, sons & daughters.

Some are bringing in extra money with endless overtime, Others are working more hours for less money due to pay cuts or loss in sales. Others no longer have a job.

Some families of 4 will receive £5000 per month from the stimulus while other families of 4 will see £0 for the duration of it.

Some were concerned about getting a certain chocolate for Easter or bouncy castles for the kids while others were concerned if there would be enough bread and milk for the weekend.

Some want to go back to work because they don't qualify for unemployment and are running out of money. Others want to kill those who break the quarantine and are seen outside.

Some are home spending 2-3 hours/day helping their child with online schooling while others are spending 2-3 hours/day to educate their children on top of a 10-12 hour workday.

Some have experienced the near death of the virus, some have already lost someone from it and some are not sure if their loved ones are going to make it. Others don't believe this is a big deal.

So, we are not in the same boat. We are going through a time when our perceptions and needs are completely different.

Each of us will emerge, in our own way, from this storm. It is very important to see beyond what is seen at first glance. Not just looking, actually seeing.

We are all on different ships during this storm experiencing a very different journey so don't judge others by what's happening in your boat, we are all just fighting our way through the storm.

"

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By *arakiss12TV/TS
over a year ago

Bedford

The one thing I've learned about myself is I don't need sex.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’ve realised how much:

1.I like my own company whilst still missing my friends

2. I’m enjoying the clearer, quieter skies

3. The slower pace of life

4. I took for granted everything I did before

5. I hope attitudes change towards a lot of things in life which are quite frankly unimportant & insignificant.

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By *abio OP   Man
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

i thought i would bump this one up...

so 3 months in.... what have you learnt?

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

I’ve learnt to read a volatile market and invest astutely (Facebook aside bastards)

That a herd of human beings can be very selfish.

And all the DIY and investment in my house makes for a comfortable content bubble.

I’ve also learnt the trick of moving my bottle recycling out to the lane very quietly so as to avoid judgement from neighbours.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I'm prepared to sacrifice a lot for my values. I have a strong sense of duty. I need to do more.

Knowledge is power, and I can use it to overcome my deepest fears.

I need to be more comfortable with my limitations and my vulnerability.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

1) I don’t miss work. At all. Other than the money.

2) I don’t miss commuting (no surprise), except for the headspace it gave.

3) Shopping once per week instead of twice per day is the heaven I hoped it would be.

4) It takes me a very, very long time to get genuinely bored.

5) Just how much I may have needed this time to just switch off.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm even worse at procrastination when given even more time to idle with.

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By *abs..Woman
over a year ago

..

I eat too much. I don’t do enough exercise. I think I probably knew it before but have only said it out loud during lockdown

I was happy with life pre lockdown but I’m so happy doing what I’m doing now that part of me wants to stay like this forever

Mostly it has just reinforced what I already felt - the things you don’t pay for are the things that give you the greatest pleasure and they can be the smallest and simplest of things. I love life

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By *ap d agde coupleCouple
over a year ago

Broadstairs

Love swinging, love live music , not willing to compromise on both

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By *moothman2000Man
over a year ago

Leicestershire

Five months without human contact when you live alone takes a particular mindset.

I can make a shopping trip last me 6 weeks.

You don't need to wear trousers for video conferences.

Having a routine is important.

I need to be fully responsible for my own welfare or face becoming a mere statistic.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've leant that fucking someone who works at the hospital days after lockdown started gives you Covid 19

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By *rotic-TouchTV/TS
over a year ago

doncaster

That sepsis is a much bigger killer worldwide

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By *vbride1963TV/TS
over a year ago

E.K . Glasgow

Time is only wasted if you let it be . Contentment is able without lots of effort . Let others be negative if they wish only take action if it affects you and yours . Find humour where you can ( lots of posts on here for starters ) kindness goes a long way .

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By *hickennchipsWoman
over a year ago

up above the streets and houses

I like chocolate

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod
over a year ago

East Sussex

Not one, solitary thing.

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By *inkershoes69Woman
over a year ago

maidstone

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

That I'm lonely and have been for a long time.

That I run after so called friends too much.

I miss the social side of work but enjoying the commute to work when can listen to a podcast or audible

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By *.D.I.D.A.SMan
over a year ago

London/Essex... ish... Romford to be exact

Only one haircut style suits me

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By *eprechaunMan
over a year ago

Didsbury

That rejection 6mths ago has turned into "do you want to play" and 6 replies have been via the Block button (desperate low bellied and no real standards non are qualities I look for)

I'm a social creature who though adapting to these times still loves face to face time

That many people's version of 2metres differ massively.

Though I have witness the worst of mankind I have also seen the best of it as well.

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By *arakiss12TV/TS
over a year ago

Bedford

I still don't need sex.

Oh and I like almonds on mango ice cream.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

Nothing I didn't already know.....

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By *agneto.Man
over a year ago

Bham

That I don't need to do 4 or 5 top up shops!

That I really enjoy getting back to fitness.

That many people will believe anything they read on the internet.

A lot more people than I thought aren't very sensible.

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By *uriousscouserWoman
over a year ago

Wirral

I love touching my face. It's probably my only hobby.

I can manage without sex (Lord knows I've gone longer) but I find it difficult to go without touch, even casual, platonic, not in any way sexual touch.

We need to stop saying we avoid things "like the plague" because apparently humans are rubbish at avoiding plague.

Our supply chains are fragile things. Seeing completely empty shelves in March when people started panic buying was something I found quite traumatizing, and that's not an exaggeration. Being unable to find bread, milk, flour, eggs, meat... I found that genuinely frightening and I work in the bloody food industry so I knew there were no shortages at source, it was just a logistics issue.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)


"I love touching my face. It's probably my only hobby.

I can manage without sex (Lord knows I've gone longer) but I find it difficult to go without touch, even casual, platonic, not in any way sexual touch.

We need to stop saying we avoid things "like the plague" because apparently humans are rubbish at avoiding plague.

Our supply chains are fragile things. Seeing completely empty shelves in March when people started panic buying was something I found quite traumatizing, and that's not an exaggeration. Being unable to find bread, milk, flour, eggs, meat... I found that genuinely frightening and I work in the bloody food industry so I knew there were no shortages at source, it was just a logistics issue."

I was scared my medication might run out I'll die without it.

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By *ovegames42Man
over a year ago

london

It’s been far to long without social interaction.

And my landscape gardening skills are improving.

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By *arksxMan
over a year ago

Leicester / London

Lockdown has reaffirmed....

I am smarter than the average bear

Pandemonium breads stupidty

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Lockdown has reaffirmed....

I am smarter than the average bear

Pandemonium breads stupidty "

Does Tesco sell pandemonium bread? Sounds fun

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By *ficouldMan
over a year ago

a quandary, could you change my mind?


"That I'm lonely and have been for a long time.

That I run after so called friends too much.

I miss the social side of work

"

That some people are selfless but most selfish.. both in deed and word

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By *arksxMan
over a year ago

Leicester / London


"Lockdown has reaffirmed....

I am smarter than the average bear

Pandemonium breads stupidty

Does Tesco sell pandemonium bread? Sounds fun"

It also taught me my phones SwiftKey keyboard is gash and I need to proof read more often

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria


"I love touching my face. It's probably my only hobby.

I can manage without sex (Lord knows I've gone longer) but I find it difficult to go without touch, even casual, platonic, not in any way sexual touch.

We need to stop saying we avoid things "like the plague" because apparently humans are rubbish at avoiding plague.

Our supply chains are fragile things. Seeing completely empty shelves in March when people started panic buying was something I found quite traumatizing, and that's not an exaggeration. Being unable to find bread, milk, flour, eggs, meat... I found that genuinely frightening and I work in the bloody food industry so I knew there were no shortages at source, it was just a logistics issue.

I was scared my medication might run out I'll die without it."

There’s plenty with you on that one, made sure that repeat prescription went in sharpish

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By *en_Dover79Man
over a year ago

Oswaldtwistle

British people are assholes

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria


"British people are assholes"

Appears lots of them are and on here is a good insight into some of them

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By *ovegames42Man
over a year ago

london


"British people are assholes"

Thats a bit harsh Comment don’t you think

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By *yes146Man
over a year ago

London

Cut my hair learnt to adapt.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm capable of amazing things. Very proud of myself this lockdown :

Helped uncovered a national scandal

Had a theory published in a scientific journal

Put on a online summer program, for disabled people in America when their camp was cancelled.

Very proud of myself

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria

Learnt I’m actually quite good at baking cakes, I can sit still (ish) and I’m not a fan of day time tv

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"People who homeschool are either fucking morons or total masochists.

A"

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Learnt that as a truck driver i was essential unless i needed the toilet at a distribution centre or food.

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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago

South Wales

That i need to get out more, because apart from being furloughed and my kids being home, very little has changed for me

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

Morning person, 4-12 super productive and only actually need 4-5 hours sleep plus occasional afternoon or early evening naps

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By *.D.I.D.A.SMan
over a year ago

London/Essex... ish... Romford to be exact


"British people are assholes

Appears lots of them are and on here is a good insight into some of them "

Word

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A, People are never happy...some people just like to moan

B, I love my job and miss working

C, My kids need a mum who slows down once in a while

D, That I’m more socialable than I though and I miss people

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Learnt a few things

(1) not to keen in my job

(2) I would probably be happy living in the middle of no where away from the world

(3) I'm a good cook (although I was pretty good before all this

(4) seems I'm pretty good at painting so knocked out a few oil paintings the last few weeks

(5) and lastly I think I've got through the whole of Netflix's back catalogue

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By * and M lookingCouple
over a year ago

Worcester

We have learnt not to buy meat produce from Germany.

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place

Been working as normal.

I have saved money by not going out on a shopping trip for stuff I do not need.

I can cope without my nails done.

I don't need many people around to be happy

I can be untidy, but not for long!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've learnt

I am the most boring person in the world and hobbies? Nope

I love to have people around me, loved having my best friend here for 5 weeks and then our kids for 4 weeks, when they left it was horrible (we live in a hotel which is empty)

I learnt that I never want to go back to life how it was, living in one room, I have enjoyed the kitchen, lounge all to ourselves, I didnt realise I was actually quite depressed before this.

I have learnt I love to clean

Danish x

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By *nigma2000Man
over a year ago

Keighley

Nothing new for me as i have worked through it all, although i have learnt that a huge percentage of the british public clearly can't read or listen to basic instructions

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've learnt that being in isn't too bad. I'm usually out and about for work, family, friends etc but staying home is ok too.

I'm also very grateful for where I live, having a garden and countryside nearby.

Sadly, I've also relearnt that there are lots of selfish, self centred people who don't give a damn about anyone else' other than themselves which is sad to see.

Having said that, I am continually in awe of those doing things for others

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By *abio OP   Man
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

i don't think i every really answered it... so here it goes...

1) I always preferred doing a later shift when i was working in the office, but now i am working from home... i am very happy and comfortable starting at 7.30! (as someone else said 7.30 to 12 i am super productive... after that,, erm... not so much!!!)

2) who knew i could live off subway salads and healthy sandwiches!! so nice!!! i have one almost every day now... so the bloater i because at the beginning of lockdown is now lost it all!!!

3) i do miss social interaction and a proper hug.... i miss the car commuting time (as someone else said i used that for podcast listening)

4) i watch more news than i realised... actually i watched less sport than i realised! i never thought i was one for drama's partically american ones... but i do!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wish Id taken more advantage of going to sex clubs and saunas more regularly. Ive really missed the freedom of being able to get in the drive to a place and be virtually guaranteed action.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I learned that , I should of traveled the world more than studying for so long

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’ve learnt that life is to short, I’ve learnt how important family is and to be more willing to make an effort with your loved ones.

I’ve learnt to be kind to myself and don’t worry about small minor things in life as they don’t matter.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

enjoy the simple finer things in life like going out for dinner with some nice company.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"just thought a bit of introspection wouldn't go amiss..... be it thoughtful or lighthearted...

so... here is what i have learnt...

a) people.... more "moany" than i thought....

b) i like the work i do, and i miss it...

c) i like beer... but i don't love it!!! apple juice on the other hand.. yum!!!

d) if i ever decide to grow out this beard.. i will look like santa!

and go!!!!

"

I am a beast with a drill!!

I’m strong

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By *uiet confidenceMan
over a year ago

Warrington

a) Happy (and lucky) to have been able to work from home throughout lockdown - glad I wasn’t furloughed

b) that said, I’m determined to adjust my work-life balance further towards ‘life’ when some sort of normality returns

c) I’ve really missed hugs, kisses etc. Probably more than I’ve missed meets.

d) these last few months have reiterated (in case I ever needed reminding) just how lucky I am to have the life I have, and that too many are less fortunate through little or no fault of their own

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've learnt:

A) I still hate my job but I'll never complain as I still have a job. I worked through the pandemic and saw a lot of upset from customers that lost their jobs.

B) I'm a stronger person than I thought I was, mentally.

C) Sex isn't the be all and end all.. I missed hugs, kisses, laughing and pillow talk.

D) I learnt that I could get fatter quicker in a pandemic

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A) people moan and go on about how hard lockdown been when front line staff like me would love to have had so much time off to enjoy lol

B) if I didn’t work I would go crazy days off made me realise that

C) I can’t wait to get out playing live again this has made me realise how much I love it

D) I like my own company but I must try harder to make friends and build relationships with people instead social media or just gaming

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By *ammykingMan
over a year ago

Lisburn

A) I get wound up alot by people moaning or asking stupid questions

B) I enjoy my job alot more than I let on, even if I moan like hell about it

C) I get REALLY bad cabin fever

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By *osie xWoman
over a year ago

wolverhampton

A my family are everything to me

B my life doesn’t need to be so hectic

C I can do DIY stuff around the house without help

D I can do celibate but missing the kisses and caresses

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By *V-AliceTV/TS
over a year ago

Ayr

I haven't learned anything about myself that I didn't already know; apart from what I look like with longer hair.

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By *rotic-TouchTV/TS
over a year ago

doncaster

I've found that I can't abide threads starting with so !!!

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